My conversation with freelance writer and editor Josh Weinstein, whose work with Raptors Republic and Sportsnet.ca has made him one of the foremost basketball authorities across Canada.

We discussed his thoughts on how the Raptors have stayed under the radar with their innate resiliency, on the nature of Kawhi Leonard and his impact around the NBA, why calling them the "Beasts of the East" is completely warranted, what might happen if Leonard leaves for presumably greener pastures, on the general perception of general manager Masai Ujiri and his legacy in Toronto, and what inspired Josh to become a professional basketball journalist.

Be sure to follow Josh (@JoshWeinstein) on social media and check out all of his fine work on Sportsnet from coast-to-coast.